After hearing as much detail as you can give about Scalehome's plan in Cheadsolas and the surrounding area, Ellic starts by saying (after several hours of contemplation).
"This is a massive project they have undertaken. Many of the communities they have swayed with fear. I believe that didn't work and couldn't work on Cheadsolas with their Quan Yin bent. Our envoys had met better results initially I think only due to its location and historical allegiance and connection to the southern forest. Perhaps there was more. Perhaps the leaders saw more of the problems that Scalehome and the Fey bring than others. I am certain they did not fear the voice and his threats as others did."
"This level of operation means that they feel Cheadsolas and its region are important. If we thwart this, they will certainly take another tact. I need to anticipate what that will be as we try to undo the damage done to the town. Will they continue their efforts once they know they have been found out?"
Later, he goes to Rompei and Vor'Ruk, "You never listed a staff that would Transport via Plants among our assets."